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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9 | Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story's opening chapter, what is Jim's occupation?
(a) A water clerk.
(b) A handyman.
(c) A ship builder.
(d) A store owner.

2. What is the name of the ship that Jim takes the job of chief mate on?
(a) The Eagle.
(b) The Gustav.
(c) The Patna.
(d) The Modicum.

3. What is the name of the engineer who collapses from a heart attack aboard the Patna?
(a) Max.
(b) Steven.
(c) Ralph.
(d) George.

4. Where does Jim learn his sailing skills?
(a) From his father.
(b) From the mercantile marines.
(c) From the Navy.
(d) From his uncle.

5. Once the survivors arrive in port, where does the captain immediately go?
(a) To the nearest bar.
(b) To the company's office.
(c) To the harbor office.
(d) To the post office.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does Jim's sailing training last?

2. Where is Jim when the captain and the drunken man are fighting?

3. How many passengers are on the Patna before the incident under inquiry occurs?

4. As the captain and the drunken man are fighting, what happens to the ship?

5. While the captain is trying to free the lifeboat and abandon his ship, what are the passengers doing?

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